Pickleball Coaching
More Than Pickleball —
A Place to Learn,
Laugh, and Belong.
You don’t have to know a soul or ever have held a paddle. Show up curious — I’ll take it from there.
Learn • Play • Connect
A Welcoming Way To Start
Or Grow Your Game.
Pickleball can feel intimidating at first — a court full of strangers, a paddle you’ve never swung, everyone else seeming to know the rules. It doesn’t have to be that way. My coaching is patient, my instruction is clear, and nobody stands alone on my courts — I make sure of it in your first ten minutes. You’ll build real skills and real confidence, and somewhere along the way you’ll discover the part nobody tells you about: the people. They’re the reason most of my students stay. You’ll find me on indoor and outdoor courts across Santa Rosa Beach, Destin, Freeport, and the 30A communities.
You'll Find:
- Beginner-Friendly Coaching
- Private & Group Lessons
- 6-Week Programs
- Guided Open Play
- Confidence, Community & Fun
Lessons, 6 Week Programs
and Open Play
Lessons
6 – Week Programs
Open Play
Open Play
6 – Week Programs
Lessons
Pickleball Programs
Perfect For: Brand-new players and anyone returning to the game This is where most of my favorite stories start. Over six weeks you’ll learn the rules, scoring, court positioning, and the basic strokes — serve, return, and dinking — until a friendly game feels fun instead of intimidating. And you’ll meet people. That part I can promise.
• Rules, scoring & court positioning
• Serve, return & dink fundamentals
• Essential footwork
• Friendly games & new friendships
Perfect For: Advanced beginners ready for consistency You know the game — now we make it dependable. Six weeks of strengthening your serve and return, building a dink you can trust, and sharpening your footwork, with mobility and agility drills to quicken your response time.
• Consistent serves & returns
• Reliable dinking
• Footwork patterns
Perfect For: Players bridging toward competitive-ready play This is the bridge program. You&’ll learn transition footwork, reset shots, purposeful dinking, and third-shot variations — and how to build points on purpose instead of just reacting to whatever comes over the net.
• Transition footwork & reset shots
• Third-shot variations
• Purposeful dinking
• Smart partner movement
Perfect For: League and ladder players For players preparing for leagues, ladders, or simply their own next challenge. Six weeks of stronger drilling, tactical gameplay, and decision-making at speed — recognizing patterns, applying strategy, and staying steady under pressure.
• Tactical gameplay
• Advanced drills
• Partner communication
• Match strategy
Perfect For: Level 4 graduates who want to keep climbing Anticipation, advanced shot selection, court control, and point construction. High-level drills and focused game scenarios that build skill and mental sharpness together — so you’re the one setting the pace, not chasing it.
• Predictive play
• Intentional targeting
• Advanced shot selection
• Point construction
How to Reserve Your Spot
Choose Your Path
Pick the 6-week program level, lesson, or Open
Play session that fits where you are right now.
Not sure which? Don’t let that stop you — placing
you in the right spot is my job, not yours.
Apply or Text
For 6-week programs, fill out my quick application
— it helps me place you in the right level, or on
the waitlist when a session’s full. For Open Play
or private lessons, text me at 850-598-7263
& I’ll confirm availability and level fit.
Secure Your Spot
Once your spot’s confirmed, payment by Venmo
makes it official. Groups are small and your
space is held specifically for you — which is
also why payments are non-refundable.
Upcoming Programs &
Open Play
| TIME | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00-7:30 | Release, Renew and Reconnect (Level 3+) | ||||||
| 3:00-5:00pm | Free Fit Pickleballer Monthly Social Play (Level 3+) | ||||||
| 4:45 PM - 6:00 Pm | Rally, Renew and Reconnect (Level 3+) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Not one bit. Level 1 was built for people who’ve never held a paddle — you’ll learn the rules, the scoring,
and the strokes from scratch, alongside others starting exactly where you are. Some of my best players
walked in having never seen a pickleball court.
If you have one, bring it along. If you’re just getting started, don’t worry — I have loaner paddles for your
first class. Comfortable athletic shoes and a willingness to laugh at yourself are all you really need.
If you’re new or coming back after a long break, start with Level 1. Beyond that, the honest answer is: text
me. Tell me where you’re playing now and what you want to work on, and I’ll place you where you’ll
improve fastest. Getting you into the right level is my job, not yours.
Open Play is a monthly small-group experience capped at twelve players — organized match rotations with
live coaching feedback while you play. Text me to request a spot, and payment by Venmo holds it for the
month. Spots can’t be transferred or credited if you miss a session, but you’re welcome to send a substitute
in your place.
All lessons, programs, and Open Play happen in Santa Rosa Beach, Destin, Freeport, and the surrounding
30A communities, at indoor and outdoor courts depending on the day and season. Text me for this month’s
locations.
It happens — most players miss one class over a six-week session. Your payment holds your spot for the full
program and isn’t refundable, and while I can’t guarantee make-up sessions, you’re always welcome to
coordinate with a classmate to catch up on what you missed. Keeping groups small and spots reserved is
what makes the experience work for everyone.
- Belonging
- CONFIDENCE
- CONNECTION
- COMMUNITY
- JOY
- FRIENDSHIP
- GROWTH
- Belonging
- CONFIDENCE
- CONNECTION
- COMMUNITY
- JOY
- FRIENDSHIP
- GROWTH
Testimonials
Real Stories. Real People.
Pickleball Student
Confidence.
— Christi
Pickleball Student
You will not regret it.
— Lisa Mason
Pickleball Student
Pickleballers!
— Mark C.
I’d Love to Hear From You.
Whether you have a question, want to explore working together, or just want to tell me your story, don’t be shy — every great connection starts with a conversation.
call me
850-598-7263
Colleen@ColleenRiddle.com